Michigan Driver's Handbook, Section 2: Your Driving Record
How long convictions stay on record, the point system, alcohol and drugs, marijuana and driver reexaminations.
Summary written by MyPermitExam from the official handbook, October 2025. Not a copy of the handbook. Checked Oct 2026. Not affiliated with the DMV. What Every Driver Must Know (SOS-133)
Key rules
- Points last two years; 12 or more in two years trigger a reexamination. p. 13
- A beer, a glass of wine and a shot hold the same alcohol; only time sobers you up. p. 14
- Refusing a chemical test suspends your license under implied consent. p. 15
- Marijuana-impaired driving carries the same penalties as alcohol: up to 93 days in jail, $500 and six points. p. 15